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USDA Invests in Rural Electric Infrastructure Improvements in 13 States
Investments will Benefit Nearly 231,000 Residents and Businesses
WASHINGTON, Oct. 9, 2019 - (RealEstateRama) - U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development Donald...
SEIA and Kentucky Solar Industries Association Formalize Affiliate Partnership
The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), the national trade association for the U.S. solar energy industry, announced today that the Kentucky Solar Industries Association (KYSEIA) is now a formal SEIA state affiliate
Coalition Urges Congress To Pass New Energy Efficiency Tax Incentive Bills
A coalition of businesses, trade associations, and advocacy groups including the Alliance to Save Energy, Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute, and Natural Resources Defense Council called on Congress to quickly pass bipartisan legislation announced Wednesday
Share Secretary Bernhardt Inspects Key Water and Power Facility in Western Colorado
WASHINGTON – U.S. Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt inspected a key piece of national water infrastructure at Morrow Point Dam, located on the Gunnison...
Department of Energy Announces Winners of Solar Prize and Two New Innovative Solar Initiatives
Yesterday, at Solar Power International, the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Assistant Secretary for the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), Daniel R Simmons, announced the winners of the first round
Voluntary, Market-Driven Solutions Best Approach to Boost Energy Efficiency
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) told Congress today that it wants to work as a partner with officials at all levels of government to encourage energy efficiency
DOE and NOAA Announce Prize Competition to Power Ocean Observing Platforms with Marine Renewable...
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), along with NOAA, announced a $3 million prize competition to generate innovation in marine energy-powered ocean observing platforms.
DOE Announces $16 Million for 14 Tribal Energy Infrastructure Deployment Projects
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced more than $16 million in funding for 14 tribal energy infrastructure projects through DOE’s Office of Indian Energy. This investment will help Native American and Alaska Native communities
USDA Has More Than $400 Million Still Available for Renewable Energy System and Energy...
Acting Assistant to the Secretary for Rural Development Joel Baxley today encouraged farmers, rural small businesses and agricultural producers to apply for financing in a key U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
EPA Proposes Cleanup for Groundwater Contamination at Superfund Site in San German, Puerto Rico
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing a cleanup plan to address contaminated groundwater located in the surrounding areas of the Retiro Industrial Park
BLM TO HOST PUBLIC MEETINGS ON PROPOSED GEMINI SOLAR PROJECT
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Southern Nevada District will host two public meetings during the public comment period to provide information and gather public input on the Solar Partners, XI LLC (Arevia) proposal to construct
The Top Tips to Prevent Water Damage in Your Home
Did you know that billions of dollars are spent on repairing water damage to homes across the United States every year? While some instances of water damage are out of our control, most can be easily avoided.
House Passes Robust Funding For DOE’s Energy Efficiency Programs
The Alliance to Save Energy released the following statement from President Jason Hartke after the U.S. House passed a ‘minibus’ spending bill including increased funding for energy efficiency programs in the Department of Energy
Solar Leader REC Group Joins SEIA’s Board of Directors
The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), the national trade association for the U.S. solar energy industry, announced today that REC Americas, a leading solar manufacturer has joined its board of directors
CSD Awards $4.4 Million for California’s First Low-Income Community Solar Projects
The California Department of Community Services and Development (CSD) today announced final awards totaling $4.4 million to GRID Alternatives for two Community Solar Pilot projects in Contra Costa and Riverside Counties.
WHITEHOUSE COSPONSORS GREEN BANK ACT TO CREATE JOBS, RECLAIM AMERICAN CLEAN ENERGY LEADERSHIP
U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) has joined U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT) in introducing the Green Bank Act, which would support job creation in Rhode Island’s clean energy sector and fight climate change by incentivizing large-scale investment in green projects.
President Trump Signs Executive Orders Paving the Way for Energy Infrastructure Development
U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry issued the following statement after the signing of President Trump’s Executive Orders promoting energy infrastructure, economic growth and cross border permitting.
DOE Makes Up To $17 Million Available for Energy Infrastructure Deployment on Tribal Lands
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced up to $17 million in new funding to deploy energy infrastructure on tribal lands. This funding through the DOE Office of Indian Energy Policy
EPA Provides $202 Million Loan to Modernize Baltimore’s Wastewater Infrastructure
WIFIA loan to help finance water infrastructure upgrades that will better protect public health and water quality for 1.8 million Baltimore residents
S.C. House Passes Pro-Jobs, Pro-Consumer Energy Bill; Solar Industry Urges Senate to Follow
The solar industry commended the South Carolina House of Representatives for unanimously passing a landmark energy bill, The Energy Freedom Act, on a bipartisan vote, and urged the Senate to quickly
